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    The Special Economic Zones: An Investigation of Why We Might Invest in The Special Economic Zones in Saudi Arabia? Vision, Prediction, And Direction
    (Saudi Digital Library, 2025) Almansour, Hanan; Bu, Qingxiu
    Abstract Investment in SEZs is essential for a country to develop and succeed. This dissertation investigates the potential impact associated with an investment in special economic zones in Saudi Arabia and the possible effects of such assets on the local and regional economy. The legal framework within which the SEZs operate is explored, and the future vision, predictions, and direction of the SEZs in Saudi Arabia are discussed in light of the Saudi Vision 2030. The methodology employed in this dissertation includes a qualitative approach whereby a literature review and an analysis of relevant Saudi Arabian laws and regulations are conducted. The literature review draws on research from Saudi Arabia, the Gulf region, and the international arena. It examines the various aspects of SEZs, including their legal framework, benefits and economic impacts. The analysis of relevant laws and regulations examines Saudi Arabian statutes and rules governing SEZs and how these laws affect the benefits associated with an investment in SEZs. In addition, the findings of this dissertation also suggest that SEZs can positively impact the local and regional economy, as they provide a way for businesses to access new markets and generate economic growth. They can also play an essential role in job creation and poverty alleviation. On the other hand, SEZs in Saudi Arabia is governed by a comprehensive legal framework that provides numerous benefits associated with an investment in SEZs. Furthermore, some benefits of investing in SEZs include preferential tax treatment, greater access to international markets, and streamlined bureaucratic procedures. On the other hand, the conclusion of this dissertation suggests that SEZs in Saudi Arabia will continue to be a viable investment option for investors and businesses looking to access new markets.
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    The Impact of Financial Development on Renewable Energy Consumption in Saudi Arabia A Quantitative Approach Using Linear Regression
    (Saudi Digital Library, 2025) Alhutalah, Nayef; Park, Jae-Hwan
    The research examines the relationship between financial development and renewable energy (RE) consumption in Saudi Arabia with a focus on Vision 2030 objectives. The country has established ambitious targets to transform its energy mix yet its renewable energy adoption remains behind major global economies. The study examines annual data from 1997 to 2015 through Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) regression models which employ concurrent and one year and two year lagged predictors to assess the effects of gross domestic product (GDP), domestic credit and foreign direct investment (FDI) on renewable energy use. The research indicates financial development affects RE adoption but its effects become more pronounced when looking at longer time periods. The two year lag model generated the most substantial results which showed domestic credit and past renewable consumption positively affecting RE growth but lagged FDI had a negative impact. The research indicates that domestic financing mechanisms need strengthening and foreign capital should be directed toward clean energy objectives to achieve sustainable energy transition. The research adds to the scarce body of knowledge about finance energy connections in oil based economies while offering useful guidance for Vision 2030 policy and investment approaches.
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    Foreign Direct Investment and Macroeconomic Stability in Resource- Dependent Emerging Economies
    (Saudi Digital Library, 2025) Alotaibi, Abdullah; Ozkan, Gulcin
    This dissertation investigates the impact of foreign direct investment (FDI) on long-term growth and macroeconomic stability in 24 natural-resource-dependent emerging economies from 1996 to 2023. Using fixed-effects and dynamic GMM estimators, the analysis shows that FDI’s growth effects are not immediate but materialise with a one-year lag, reflecting the time required for cap- ital absorption and technology diffusion. A major contribution of this study is the examination of the interaction between FDI and natural resource rents. Results reveal that this interaction ef- fect strengthens as resource dependence increases, indicating that resource abundance amplifies the productivity of foreign capital. Economically, this suggests that in highly resource-dependent economies, FDI complements resource revenues by financing diversification, enhancing absorp- tive capacity, and supporting long-run growth. Moreover, the results show that strong government effectiveness further magnifies these gains and conditions the stability outcomes. These findings offer policy-relevant insights into leveraging FDI for sustainable growth in resource-rich emerging markets.
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